McAllen Mayor Leads Public Push for Early Lung Cancer Detection
· Texas Border Business
McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos led a discussion on lung cancer awareness as part of the city's Real Conversations program, featuring retired police lieutenant Joel Morales and pulmonologist Dr. Juan P. Rey Mendoza. Morales, a lung cancer survivor, shared his story of initially ignoring symptoms, while Dr. Rey emphasized the importance of early detection through low-dose CT screenings, especially for those over 50 with a smoking history. Both urged Rio Grande Valley residents to seek medical evaluations for any health concerns, highlighting the availability of local diagnostic and treatment services. Villalobos encouraged prioritizing preventive health measures.
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